Limitation Act Not Applicable To Arbitration Proceedings Under National Highways Act: Kerala High Court

The Kerala High Court ruled on the applicability of the Limitation Act in arbitration cases. It addressed whether the Limitation Act applies to the enforcement of arbitration awards. The court clarified that while arbitration proceedings themselves are governed by their own set of rules, the Limitation Act applies to the enforcement stage. Specifically, the court found that the period for enforcing an arbitration award is governed by the Limitation Act, thereby ensuring that such enforcement actions are taken within the stipulated time frame. This decision reinforces the principle that arbitration awards must be enforced in accordance with the statutory limitation periods applicable to civil proceedings.